Santorini – White Greek Island with a Touch of Magic

Greece is one of those places that is a great getaway for people who want to spend summer in style, away from the famous tourist traps in Europe. Mykonos, Rhodes and Athens attract a lot of visitors with each passing year, but there’s a secret that this beautiful Mediterranean country has been keeping for the longest time – its name is Santorini.

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Where is Santorini?

Santorini sits in the middle of the Greek islands, overlooking the Aegean Sea. It is part of the Cyclades islands, and is the product of a volcano eruption that occurred in 1650. The eruption was said to be so powerful that it sunk the center of the island, thus forming the base for modern day Santorini and the islands around it.

Here’s a Santorini map to give you a general idea of what the place looks like today.

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Santorini Hotels – World-Class Beauty, All in White

What are some of the best hotels in Santorini? Well, that depends on which part of this Greek island you want to go to. For Oia, Perivolas and Katikies offer the best when it comes to Santorini hotels. Perivolas is perfect if you want tranquility and peace while you bask in the shadow if Oia and Katikies is well-known for its attentive staff, pioneering caldera views and a sense of romance, making it perfect for your perfect Santorini honeymoon.

Getting from one part of Santorini to another can be done by the use of a ferry. The famous and largest island in this group is Naxos, which is a haven for windsurfers and golden sandy beach enthusiasts. If you’re looking to travel from Santorini to Naxos, the Blue Star Ferry Service is what you should look for. It leaves Santorini for Naxos everyday at approximately 7.30 pm, so keep an eye out for that.

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Santorini is known around the world for having gorgeous, whitewashed villas and hotels; a true vision of heaven if I saw one. Do yourself a favor and book your Santorini adventure today; it’ll be one you’ll remember for a long time to come.